The Lodge at Primland, Auberge Collection

Presiding over 12,000 sprawling acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains of southern Virginia, this all-season mountain retreat is a haven of outdoor recreation. Go for a swim in the indoor pool, set off on a guided horseback excursion overlooking the Dan River Gorge, play a round on the highly ranked 18-hole golf course, or try your hand at sporting clays, RTV trail riding, archery, hiking, and more. After a long day exploring in the Blue Ridge Mountains, retreat to the Great Hall of the main Lodge, where you’ll be welcomed with roaring twin fireplaces. Unwind with a spa treatment, marvel at the Milky Way in the resort’s observatory tower, or select a bottle of wine from the two-story wine room. Two on-site restaurants and a lively pub offer regional, farm-to-table cuisine—be sure to check out the second floor of Primland’s former horse stables, now home to Stables Saloon with traditional Southern food and live music.